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Zeeland

Pop. 5,665·7th most expensive in Michigan·Rental market data updated monthly for Zeeland, MI
Median rent (all units)
$2,242/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+7.2%
vs US Median
+$280
Rising (Monthly)
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Zeeland · $2,242
More expensive than 71% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
51% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,242/mo, rent takes about 51% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$90,000/yr
Local median income
$52,628/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Zeeland's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$890
1 BR
$1,120
2 BR
$1,280
3 BR
$1,640
4 BR+
$1,860
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,280/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,242 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$26,904/yr
At $2,242/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +7.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Zeeland, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,665
Median income
$52,628
Median age
37.1
Renters
35.6%
Age distribution
25.7%
21.9%
20.9%
21.7%
Under 1825.7%
18–3421.9%
35–5420.9%
55–649.8%
65+21.7%
Gender
47.8%
52.2%
Male47.8%
Female52.2%
Race & ethnicity
86.2%
16.1%
White86.2%
Black2.1%
Hispanic16.1%
Education (25+)
30.1%
34.5%
29.6%
No HS diploma5.8%
HS diploma30.1%
Some college34.5%
Bachelor's+29.6%
Housing tenure
64.4%
35.6%
Owner64.4%
Renter35.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Zeeland, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$57,946 → $52,628
down 9.2%
Population
5,701 → 5,665
down 0.6%
Renter share
34.5% → 35.6%
+1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
30.6% → 29.6%
-1.0 pts
Median age
42.8 → 37.1
-5.7 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $52,628 today, compared with $57,946 five years earlier.

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Zeeland rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Zeeland, MI

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Zeeland is $2,242/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $890/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,280/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,120/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,640/mo.

At 51% of local median household income ($52,628/yr), Zeeland ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Zeeland an affordable city for renters?

Zeeland is considered expensive for renters. At $2,242/mo, rent takes approximately 51% of the local median household income ($52,628/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Zeeland significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Zeeland?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $90,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,242/mo in Zeeland. The local median household income is $52,628/yr, meaning the typical Zeeland household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Zeeland?

Rent in Zeeland has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Zeeland rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Zeeland is one of the pricier cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #7 out of 96 tracked cities at $2,242/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Zeeland?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Zeeland ($2,242/mo): Allendale ($1,415/mo), Walker ($1,523/mo), Grand Haven ($1,658/mo).

What percentage of Zeeland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.6% of Zeeland households are renters, while 64.4% are owner-occupied. Zeeland leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Zeeland rent compare to the national average?

Zeeland's median rent of $2,242/mo is $280 (14%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #7 out of 96 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
51%
EXPENSIVE

At $2,242/mo, rent takes ~51% of Zeeland's median household income ($52,628/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Zeeland 51%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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